Ōshōkyōin

The Oshokyoin temple building rises against its surroundings with traditional wooden beams and curved roofing characteristic of Japanese religious architecture.

The temple development traces back to the establishment of Buddhist practices in Kikugawa during the early postwar period of Japanese reconstruction.

Monks at Oshokyoin maintain traditional meditation schedules and prepare vegetarian shojin ryori meals following centuries-old Buddhist dietary guidelines.

Visitors can participate in morning prayers starting at 6:00 AM, with meditation sessions available throughout the day under the guidance of resident monks.

The temple provides specialized glass-front memorial niches where families store photographs and personal items to honor their ancestors.

Location: Kikugawa

Website: https://oushouin.com

GPS coordinates: 34.73744,138.07047

Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:04